Analyzing resources and capabilities of the firm activity context. You should develop the skills to master the
Question:
Analyzing resources and capabilities of the firm activity context. You should develop the skills to master the following course competencies:
• critically evaluate information from core business functions and the value chain to enhance organizational knowledge of strategic position and direction.
• create a comprehensive organizational strategy assessment. Activity instructions in this discussion, you will further your knowledge of strategic development by:
• analyzing the effectiveness of the core or mainline operations of the firm to create and deliver products and services.
• identifying inconsistencies between the organizational design of the firm and its business strategy. Analyze the firm key resources and core capabilities of the firm you selected for your project. Identify the functional areas of the firm's organization or the activities in the value chain where the key resources and core capabilities reside. Are core or distinctive resources and capabilities structured and supported in a manner that aligns with the competitive advantage? What opportunities do you see to exploit the key capabilities of your project firm? Is there internal weakness that should concern the firm?
Entrepreneurship Successfully Launching New Ventures
ISBN: 978-0133797190
5th edition
Authors: Bruce R. Barringer, R. Duane Ireland